François Schoenlaub for Guillemette L'Hoir Paris 'Memphis Milano' Black White Polka Dot Puzzle-Fit Base Multi-Plate Layered Square Pierced Earrings





François Schoenlaub for Guillemette L'Hoir Paris 'Memphis Milano' Black White Polka Dot Puzzle-Fit Base Multi-Plate Layered Square Pierced Earrings
Materials and Features:
Interlocking Puzzle-Fit Base Construction: A technical tour de force in French polymer engineering, featuring separate black and cream Rhodoid L-plates hand-routed and fitted flush along an invisible geometric fault line.
Dimensional Polka-Dot Overlay: A substantial, hand-carved upper dome block displaying a crisp black-and-white polka-dot pattern that wraps smoothly over the rounded edges.
High-Density Multi-Plate Architecture: Built as a true 3-piece tiered structural configuration per ear, providing a dense, premium heft weighing 12.6g with an impressive "marble-clank" resonance.
High-Gloss "Oil Slick" Glace Luster: Hand-finished to a mirror-smooth, liquid-like surface sheen that catches multi-axis light while defending against decades of exposure.
Type: Pierced (Professional-grade post assemblies with specialized circular metal absorber stabilizer base plates)
Age/Origin: Circa 1984–1986 / Paris, France
Marks: Unmarked Attribution (Attributed to Guillemette L'Hoir / François Schoenlaub based on multi-component interlocking puzzle architecture and signature hardware assemblies)
Measurements:
Footprint Dimensions: 1.25" Long x 1.25" Wide
Thickness: Asymmetrical Hand-Carved Profile — 8.5mm (Earring A) / 7.0mm (Earring B) at center apex
Volumetric Mass: Heavy, maximum collection density weighing a substantial 12.6g for the pair
Condition: Excellent Archival Condition. The interlocking puzzle junctions remain completely tight with zero warping, seam widening, or chemical breakdown. The high-gloss luster finish is exceptionally bright across all surfaces.
CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY & ARCHIVAL RECORD IN PDF FORMAT IS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST